Voice credits are the currency used to generate AI voiceovers in VidSpectra. Understanding how they work helps you get the most value from your subscription and plan your content production effectively.
What Are Voice Credits?
Voice credits are consumed when you generate AI voiceovers using our text-to-speech engine. Each character of text typically uses one credit. This includes letters, numbers, spaces, and punctuation marks.
Quick Example
A 500-word script (approximately 2,500-3,000 characters) would use roughly 2,500-3,000 voice credits to generate as audio.
Voice Credits by Plan
| Plan | Monthly Credits | Yearly Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 10,000 | N/A |
| Pro | 700,000 | 8,400,000 |
| Premium | 1,500,000 | 18,000,000 |
Do Credits Roll Over?
Yes! Unused voice credits roll over to the next billing period. You never lose the credits you don't use - they continue to accumulate as long as your subscription remains active.
Additionally, if you purchase extra credit packs, those credits never expire and remain in your account until used.
Checking Your Credit Balance
You can check your current credit balance at any time:
- Go to your Dashboard
- Look for the "Voice Credits" widget in the sidebar or top bar
- You'll see your remaining credits and usage for the current period
Buying Additional Credits
If you run out of credits before your billing cycle resets, you can purchase additional credit packs:
- Go to "Billing" in your account settings
- Select "Buy Credit Pack"
- Choose your pack size and complete the purchase
- Credits are added to your account immediately
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on your usage throughout the month. If you consistently use more than your plan includes, consider upgrading to a higher tier for better value per credit.
Tips to Optimize Credit Usage
- Edit before generating: Review and trim your scripts to remove unnecessary words
- Preview text length: Check character count before generating
- Use premium voices wisely: Some premium voices may use credits at a different rate
- Batch your work: Generate multiple voiceovers in one session to stay aware of usage
Common Questions
What happens if I run out of credits?
You won't be able to generate new voiceovers until your credits reset or you purchase additional credits. Your existing voiceovers and other features remain accessible.
Can I get a refund for unused credits?
Subscription credits are part of your plan and cannot be refunded separately. Purchased credit packs may be eligible for refund if unused - contact support for details.